Chicken Chimi Chimies Chimichangas

Crispy, cheesy, and bursting with flavor, these Chicken Chimi Chimies Chimichangas are the ultimate guilty pleasure for Tex-Mex lovers! This easy recipe combines tender shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, sour cream, and a zesty blend of salsa and spices to create a hearty filling wrapped in flour tortillas. Pan-fried to golden perfection, these handheld delights deliver a satisfying crunch with every bite. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining a crowd, these chimichangas are customizable with fresh cilantro, avocado, or extra sour cream for a touch of indulgence. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for keywords like "crispy chicken chimichangas," "Tex-Mex dinner ideas," and "easy fried tortillas."

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 4 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 6 pieces Large flour tortillas
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp Chopped fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
• 0 Sliced avocado or guacamole (optional garnish)
• 0 Sour cream (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, salsa, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.

Step 2

Lay out the flour tortillas on a clean surface. Spoon an even portion of the chicken mixture into the center of each tortilla.

Step 3

Fold the sides of the tortilla inwards, then roll up tightly from the bottom to secure the filling inside, forming a burrito-like shape.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. While the oil heats, prepare a plate lined with paper towels to drain the chimichangas after frying.

Step 5

Carefully place the rolled chimichangas seam-side down into the hot oil. Fry in batches of 2-3 at a time for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden-brown and crispy.

Step 6

Using tongs, carefully remove the chimichangas from the oil and place them onto the prepared paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.

Step 7

Serve the chimichangas warm, garnished with fresh cilantro, avocado or guacamole, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1555.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4759.5

Total Fat 361.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 136.2g
Cholesterol 713.7mg	0%
Sodium 4212.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 215.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1603.4mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 2344.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.0%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 15.3%